How to Fight a Restraining Order in New Jersey
The knock comes without warning. You open the door to find a police officer holding papers—a temporary restraining order. Within minutes, you’re being told to leave your home. You can’t contact
NJ First-Time Simple Assault: Your Guide to the Court Process
Being charged with simple assault for the first time is worrisome and downright scary. Maybe you have never been inside a courtroom before. You’re worried about having a criminal record,
Domestic Violence and Pre-Trial Intervention
Domestic violence arrests in New Jersey continue to generate a significant number of criminal cases each year, often beginning with a 911 call, a quick police response, and a mandatory arrest when officers believe an
Proposed Revisions to New Jersey’s Domestic Violence Act
The tragic acts of a New Jersey State Trooper have brought back into focus the domestic violence laws of the state. State Police Lt. Ricardo Jorge Santos allegedly shot and killed his
Filing a Harassment Action at a New Jersey Restraining Order Hearing
It can be challenging to prove harassment at a New Jersey restraining order hearing because the court must assess both the activity at issue and the alleged harasser’s state
NJ Temporary Protective Orders (TPOs) for Stalking & Cyber-Harassment
In 2023, New Jersey overhauled its system of protective orders by closing a loophole that previously left stalking and stranger-cyber-harassment victims without protection. Michele Albano’s leadership was instrumental in this legislative
NJ Police Lieutenant Case Reveals Gaps in Domestic Violence Legal Protections
It was at 5:25 PM on Friday that Santos followed Semanchik back from Long Valley Animal Hospital, a sinister deepening of domestic violence. The case ended in a murder-suicide, with
Securing Protection and Legal Status as an Immigrant Victim of Domestic Violence in New Jersey
Immigrant victims of domestic violence face many additional challenges. Their fear of deportation can prevent them from seeking help. Some immigrants are isolated from their
Reaching a Verdict on Footage from Home Security Systems in NJ Restraining Order and Domestic Violence Proceedings
With the increased availability and affordability of advanced technologies, home security cameras are becoming a popular tool to safeguard homes from crime. Camera
Domestic violence cases are a challenge because they involve complex relationships between people. The authorities may find it challenging to determine who is at fault and reach a plausible conclusion. A restraining order cannot do its job when it is
